2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 782 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Ram | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
